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About the University Residences Support Centers (URSC)

University Residences has two support centers, one in Shreve Hall and the other in Cary Quadrangle. Both are study centers for academic purposes only. The support centers are ideal if you need a quiet place to study or work on a paper, a place to meet with a group for a class project or a place to take a virtual exam. If you have other non-academic needs, please contact your resident assistant (RA) or hall clerk. You can also email the Smalley Center office for assistance.

University Residences Support Center - Cary Quad (North)

What we offer:

  • Collaborative lounge with dry erase boards
  • Purdue IT supported computer lab with PCs
  • Study materials available for checkout

Our spaces:

Collaborative Space:
This is a comfortable space that provides an opportunity for students to work individually or in groups. A few components of the collaborative space include: dry erase board tables, wall-mounted dry erase boards, audiovisual (AV) monitor, and various study tables.

Quiet Study Area:
The quiet study area is located next to the front desk. This area consists of a a few small tables and chairs. This space promotes individual study.

Computer Lab:
This space consists of 7 monitors (all PC) and printer, supported by Purdue IT.

Contact Us:

Cary Quad URSC: ursc@purdue.edu

Address:

University Residences Support Center,
Cary Quad Residence Hall
1016 W. Stadium Avenue
West Lafayette, IN 47906

Hours of Operation

 Sunday - Thursday  12 noon - 12 midnight
 Friday - Saturday  12 noon - 5 p.m.

University Residences Support Center - Shreve Hall (West)

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What we offer:

  • Collaborative lounge with floor to ceiling dry erase boards
  • Purdue IT supported computer lab with PCs and Macs
  • HDMI hookups available at all TVs within Support Centers
  • Conference rooms as well as group study room
  • Two meeting rooms comparable to academic classrooms
  • Study materials available for checkout
  • A location to take your virtual exams 
With your Purdue ID, you may check out the following from the URSC:
  • Dry erase markers/erasers
  • Standing easels

Schedule a Room Reservation

To make a room reservation, please email ursc@purdue.edu at least 48 hours in advance. To inquire about a room reservation within 48 hours, please call (765) 496-0550 or visit the Student Associate desk at the Shreve URSC entrance.

RESERVABLE SPACES 

Large Meeting Room (C113A/C113B):

The large meeting room is a versatile area that has the ability to serve many campus groups. This space provides two rooms, split by a sliding divider, that can be reserved, or one big room. The area has potential to seat 80 people; 40 on each side. This room is equipped with 4 AV monitors that can be controlled by the potable AV station, and two magnetic dry erase boards.

Small Meeting Room (C123):

The small meeting room can host up to 24 people. This room has a projection system available for use, and three magnetic dry erase boards.

Large Conference Room (C107):

The large conference room can seat up to 16 people. This space is equipped with an audiovisual monitor that can connect with electronic devices, and a magnetic dry erase board.

Small Conference Room (C124):

The small conference room can seat up to 8 people. This space is equipped with an audiovisual monitor that can connect with electronic devices, and a magnetic dry erase board.

OTHER SPACES

Collaborative Space:

This is a comfortable space that provides an opportunity for students to work individually or in groups. A few components of the collaborative space include: dry erase board tables, ceiling to floor dry erase boards, four audiovisual (AV) monitors, and awesome furniture.

Quiet Study Area:
The quiet study area is located right outside of the computer lab. This area consists of a study bar with five individual stations and electrical outlets. Also in this space, you will find two lounge chairs with attached side tables. This space promotes individual study, yet collaboration is possible.

Individual Study Rooms (C100A, C100B, C114, and C120): There are four individual study rooms throughout the URSC. The study rooms can be used for small groups; up to five people. URSC Individual

Computer Lab (C100C):
This space consists of 15 monitors (13 PC and 2 Mac), supported by Purdue IT.

To reserve a room, email  ursc@purdue.edu at least 48 hours in advance. For reservations within 48 hours, please call (765) 496-0550 or visit the check-in desk and ask the attendant if space is available.

Please note: Space can only be reserved in Cary or Shreve Support Centers for ACADEMIC purposes.

Interested in student employment at the URSC? Check out all Purdue student job openings here:  purdue.edu/studentemployment/site

Contact Us:

Email: ursc@purdue.edu
Phone: 765-496-0550

Address

University Residences Support Center,
Shreve Residence Hall
1275 Third Street
West Lafayette, IN 47906-4228

Hours of Operation:

Monday   10 a.m. - 12 midnight
Tuesday  12 noon - 12 midnight
Wednesday  10 a.m. - 12 midnight
Thursday  12 noon - 12 midnight
Friday  10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday  12 noon - 12 midnight